Operating Instructions and Cookbook
Microwave Oven
Model No. NN-ST45KW
NN-ST46KB
NN-ST48KS
For household use only
Important safety instructions Please read carefully and keep for future reference
Important Notice
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Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic Microwave Oven.
Your oven is rated 1000 Watts (IEC). When using other cookbooks remember to adjust cooking times accordingly. The symbol above, which is displayed on your oven door, indicates the heating category for your oven when cooking or reheating convenience foods.
Your oven is rated ‘E’, which is very efficient. It is therefore very important that you refer carefully to the packet instructions on convenience foods.
Some packet instructions only display information for B or D rated ovens. We therefore provide additional guidelines for reheating and cooking on page 42-53 of this book.
Always check the progress of the food as it cooks or reheats by simply opening the door. After checking the progress of the foods, press Start to continue the cooking time.
Failure to follow the instructions given in this Operating Instructions and Cookbook, may affect the recipe result and in some instances may be dangerous.
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Contents
Safety Instructions.. . . . . |
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Disposal of Old Equipment. . |
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Before Using Your Oven. . . |
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Placement of Your Oven. . . |
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Maintenance of Your Oven . . |
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Microwaving Principles. . . . |
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Control Panel. . . . . . . . . |
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Quick Check Guide to Cooking |
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Setting the Clock. . . . . . |
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Defrosting Chart . . . . . . |
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Multistage Cooking. . . . . |
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Auto Weight Beverage Programs . . 39
Auto Weight Junior Menu
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Auto Weight Melt & Soften
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Cooking and Reheating
Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42-43 Reheating Charts. . . . . . . . . . . . .44-48 Cooking Charts. . . . . . . .49-53
Increasing and Decreasing
Recipes. . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Using Recipes from Other Books . . 54 Cooking for One . . . . . . . . 54
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Building-in Your Oven. . . . |
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Safety Instructions
Important safety instructions. Before operating this oven, please read these instructions carefully and keep for future reference.
This appliance can be used by children aged from
8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory and mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision
or instruction by a person responsible for their safety concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children less than
8 years.
When this oven is installed, it should be easy to isolate the appliance from the electricity supply by pulling out the plug or operating a circuit breaker.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Warning! The appliance should be inspected for damage to the door seals and door seal areas and if these areas are damaged the appliance should not be operated until it has been repaired by a service technician trained by the manufacturer.
Warning! Do not place this oven near an electric or gas cooker range.
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Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
Warning! Do not attempt to tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to the door, control panel housing, safety interlock switches or any other part of the oven. Do not remove the outer panel from the oven which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
Repairs should only be by a qualified service person.
Warning! Only allow children to use the oven without supervision when adequate instructions have been given so that the child is able to use the oven in a safe way and understands the hazards of improper use.
ST45KW/ST46KB are intended for counter-top use only. They are not intended for built-in use or for use inside a cupboard.
ST48KS is intended for counter-top use and built-in use. It is not intended for use inside a cupboard. This oven may be built into a wall cabinet by using the proper trim kit, (NN-TK612GSQP) which may be purchased from a local Panasonic dealer.
For Countertop use:
Oven must be placed on a flat, stable surface
85 cm / 33 ½" above floor level. For proper operation, the oven must have sufficient air flow. i.e. 5 cm /2" at one side and the other side being open; 15 cm /6" clear over the top; 10 cm /4" at the rear.
When heating food in plastic or paper containers, check the oven frequently as these types of containers ignite if overheated.
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If smoke is emitted or a fire occurs in the oven, press
Stop/Cancel pad and leave the door closed in order to stifle any flames. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at fuse or circuit breaker panel.
This appliance is intended to be used in household applications only.
Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care must be taken when handling the container.
The contents of feeding bottles and baby food jars are to be stirred or shaken. The temperature has to be checked before consumption to avoid burns.
Do not cook eggs in their shells and whole hard-boiled eggs by microwave. Pressure may build up and the eggs may explode, even after the microwave heating has ended.
Clean the inside of the oven, door seals and door seal areas regularly. When food splatters or spilled liquids adhere to the oven walls, door seals and door seal areas wipe off with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if they get very dirty. The use of harsh detergent or
abrasive is not recommended. Do not use commercial oven cleaners.
Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of surfaces that could affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
A steam cleaner is not to be used for cleaning the appliance.
Only use utensils that are suitable for use in microwave 6 ovens.
Safety Instructions
Do not use harsh, abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.
This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote-control system.
In case of electronic failure, oven can only be turned off at wall socket.
Metal containers or dishes with metallic trim should not be used during microwave cooking. Sparking will occur.
This microwave oven is intended for heating food and beverages only. Take care when heating foods low in moisture, e.g. bread items, chocolate, biscuits and pastries. These can easily burn, dry out or catch on fire if cooked too long. We do not recommend heating foods low in moisture such as popcorn or poppadoms.
Drying of food, newspapers or clothing and heating of warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloths, wheat bags, hot water bottles and similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.
The oven lamp must be replaced by a service technician trained by the manufacturer. Do no attempt to remove the outer casing from the oven.
Caution! In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device,
such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.
Care should be taken not to displace the glass turntable when removing containers from the appliance.
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Read carefully and keep for future reference.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience, which may be marked, and rated, 13 amps.
A 13 amp fuse is fitted according to the type of mains plug fitted.
Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has the correct rating for the type of mains plug fitted and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BSI362.
Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark
on the body of the fuse.
Warning!
fuse cover is detachable, never use the plug with the cover omitted. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.
How to replace the fuse
Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse.
If the fitted moulded plug is unsuitable for the socket outlet in your home then the fuse should be removed and the plug cut off and disposed of safely and an appropriate one fitted. There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off plug is inserted into any 13 amp socket.
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician (For U.K. Models only).
Warning!
This appliance must be earthed.
Important!
wires in this mains lead coloured in accordance
with the following code: Green-and-yellow: Earth. Blue: Neutral. Brown: Live.
As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured green- and-yellow must be connected to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the Earth symbol
or coloured green or green-and- yellow.
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal in the
plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal in
the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
When this oven is installed it should be easy to isolate the appliance from the electricity supply by pulling out the plug or operating a circuit breaker.
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Voltage & Power
The voltage used must be the same as specified on this
microwave oven. Using a higher voltage than that which is specified is dangerous and may result in a fire or other type of accident causing damage.
Do not immerse cord, plug or oven in water. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. Do not let cord hang over the
edge of table or work top. Do not plug your oven in via an extension cable as this can be dangerous. It is important to plug the oven directly into a wall socket.
The back of the appliance heats up during use. Do not allow the cord to be in contact with the back of the appliance or cabinet surface.
Disposal of Old Equipment
Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems
This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products must not be mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products, please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national legislation.
By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment.
For more information about collection and recycling, please contact your local municipality.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.
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Before Using Your Oven
Examine Your Oven
1.Unpack oven, remove all packing material, and examine the oven for any damage such as dents, broken door latches or cracks in the door. Notify dealer immediately if unit is damaged. Do not install if unit is damaged.
Guarantee
2.Your receipt is your guarantee, please keep safely.
Cord
3.If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or it’s service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Note
The appliance should be inspected for damage to the door seals and door seal areas. If these areas are damaged the appliance should not be operated until it has been repaired by a service technician trained by the manufacturer.
Placement of Your Oven
ST45KW/ST46KB are intended for counter-top use only. They are not intended for built-in use or for use inside a cupboard.
ST48KS is intended for counter-top use and built-in use. It is not intended for use inside a cupboard. Refer to building in your oven on page 82.
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1. Oven must
be placed on a flat, stable surface 85 cm / 33 ½ " above floor level. For proper operation, the oven must have sufficient air flow. i.e. 5 cm /2 " at one side and the other side being open; 15 cm /6 " clear over the top; 10 cm /4 " at the
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2.Do not place the microwave oven on a shelf directly above a gas or electric hob. This may be a safety hazard and the oven may be damaged.
3.Do not block the air vents on the sides and back of the oven. If these openings are blocked during operation the oven may overheat. In this case the oven is protected by a thermal safety device and resumes operation only after cooling down. The oven will remain inoperable with a blank display until it has cooled.
4.This appliance is intended to be used in household applications only.
Care & Cleaning of Your Oven
Important
essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is kept clean, and wiped out after each use. Failure to maintain the oven in a clean condition could lead to deterioration of a surface that could adversely affect the life of the appliance and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
1.Switch the oven off before cleaning and unplug at socket if possible.
2.Keep the inside of the oven, door seals and door seal areas clean.
When food splatters or spilled liquids adhere to oven walls, door seals and door seal areas wipe off with a damp cloth. Mild detergent may be used if they get very dirty. The use of harsh detergent or abrasives is not recommended. Take care when cleaning around the waveguide cover.
3.Your oven cavity is constructed of zinc coated steel, painted with an extremely durable coating. After use, the oven interior should be wiped out to remove any remaining water in order to reduce the risk of corrosion to the cavity and door.
The cavity and door can be damaged by abrasive cleaners and sharp objects so care must be taken to avoid damage caused in this way. If the cavity or door become damaged the lining may begin to corrode. Providing the above precautions are taken regarding the cleaning and care of your oven the life of the cavity and door may be extended.
4.The outside oven surface should be cleaned with a damp cloth. To prevent damage to the operating parts inside the oven, water should not be allowed to seep into the ventilation openings.
5.If the control panel becomes dirty, clean with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use harsh detergents or abrasives on control panel. When cleaning the control panel, leave the oven door open to prevent the oven from accidentally turning on. After cleaning press Stop/Cancel pad to clear display window.
6.Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass.
7.Keep air vents clear at all times.
Check that no dust or other material is blocking any of the air vents on the top, bottom or rear of the oven. If air vents become blocked this could cause overheating which would affect the operation of the oven and possibly result in a hazardous situation.
8.If steam accumulates inside or around the outside of the oven door, wipe with a soft cloth. This may occur when the microwave oven is operated under high humidity conditions and in no way indicates a malfunction of the unit or microwave leakage.
9.It is occasionally necessary to remove the glass turntable for cleaning. Wash the glass turntable in warm soapy water.
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10.The roller ring and oven cavity floor should be cleaned regularly to avoid excessive noise. Simply wipe the bottom surface of the oven with mild detergent and hot water then dry with a clean cloth. The roller ring may be washed in mild soapy water.
After removing the roller ring from cavity floor for cleaning, be sure to replace it in the proper position.
11.A steam cleaner is not to be used for cleaning.
12.Users are advised to avoid any downward pressure on the microwave door when in the open position. There is a safety risk that the oven will tilt forward.
Maintenance of Your Oven
Service
1.When your oven requires a service call your local
Panasonic engineer (Customer
Communications Centre on 0344 844 3899 can recommend an engineer).
Door Seals
2.Do not attempt to tamper with or make any adjustments or repairs to door, control panel housing, safety interlock switches or any other part of the oven. Do not remove outer panel from oven. The door seals and door seal areas should always be kept clean – use a damp cloth.
Oven Light
3.The oven lamp must be replaced by a service technician trained by Panasonic. Do not attempt to remove the outer casing from the oven.
Warning!
appliance should be inspected damage to the door seals and
door seal areas. If these areas are damaged the appliance should not be operated until it has been repaired by a service technician trained by the manufacturer.
It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation which involves the removal of
a cover which gives protection against exposure to microwave energy.
Selected Spares and
Accessories
4.These may be ordered direct; on line at www.panasonic.co.uk or by telephoning the Customer
Communications Centre on 0344 844 3899. Most major credit and debit cards accepted. Ensure you quote the correct model number.
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1.Do not operate the oven without the roller ring and glass turntable in place.
2.Only use the glass turntable specifically designed for this oven.
Do not substitute with any other glass turntable.
3.If glass turntable is hot, allow to cool before cleaning or placing in water.
4.Do not cook directly on glass turntable. Always place food in a microwave safe dish. The only
exception to this is when cooking jacket potatoes or auto program jacket potatoes.
5.If food or utensils on the glass turntable touch the oven walls this will cause the turntable to stop moving. It will then automatically rotate in the opposite direction. This is normal. Open oven door, reposition the food and restart.
6.The glass turntable can rotate in either direction. The maximum weight that can be placed on the turntable is 3 kg (6 lb 10 oz, this includes total weight of food and dish).
7.While cooking by microwave the turntable may vibrate. This will not affect cooking performance.
8.Arcing may occur if the incorrect weight of food is used or a metal container has been used
accidentally. If this occurs, stop the machine immediately.
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1Door release button
Push to open the door. Opening the door during cooking will stop the cooking process without cancelling the program. Cooking resumes as soon as the door is closed and Start button is pressed.
2Oven window
3Door safety lock system
4Oven air vent
5Waveguide cover (do not remove)
6External oven air vents
7Control panel
8Power supply cord
9Plug
10Identification label
11Glass turntable
If food or utensil on the glass turntable touches oven walls, causing the glass turntable to stop moving, the glass turntable will automatically rotate in the opposite direction. This is normal.
12Roller ring
(i). The roller ring and oven floor should be cleaned frequently to prevent excessive noise.
(ii). The roller ring must always be used together with the glass turntable for cooking.
13Menu label
14Warning label
15Oven light
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Safety
If smoke is emitted or a fire occurs in the oven, press Stop/Cancel and leave the door closed in order to stifle any flames. Disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the fuse or the circuit breaker panel.
Short Cooking Times
As microwave cooking times are much shorter than other cooking methods it is essential that recommended cooking times are not exceeded without first checking the food.
Cooking times given in the cookbook are approximate. Factors that
may affect cooking times are: preferred degree of cooking, starting temperature, altitude, volume, size and shape of foods and utensils used. As you become familiar with the oven, you will be able to adjust these factors.
It is better to undercook rather than overcook foods. If food is undercooked, it can always be returned to the
oven for further cooking. If food is overcooked, nothing can be done. Always start with minimum cooking times.
Important
recommended cooking times are exceeded the food will be spoiled and in extreme circumstances could catch fire and possibly damage the interior of the oven.
Never operate the oven without food inside.
Small Quantities of Food
Take care when heating small quantities of food as these can easily burn, dry out or catch fire if cooked too long. Always set short cooking times and check the food frequently.
Foods Low in Moisture
Take care when heating foods low in moisture, e.g. bread items, chocolate, popcorn, biscuits and pastries. These can easily burn, dry out or catch on fire if cooked too long.
We do not recommend heating foods low in moisture such as popcorn or poppadoms. The oven has been developed for food use. The microwave oven is intended for heating food
and beverages only. Drying of food, newspapers or clothing and heating of warming pads, slippers, sponges, damp cloth, wheat bags, hot water bottles and similar may lead to risk of injury, ignition or fire.
Christmas Pudding
Christmas puddings and other foods high in fats or sugar, eg. jam, mince pies, must not be over heated. These foods must never be left unattended as with over cooking these foods can ignite.
Boiled Eggs
Eggs in their shell and whole hard boiled eggs should not be heated in microwave ovens since they may
explode even after microwave heating has ended.
Foods with Skins
Potatoes, apples, egg yolk, whole vegetables and sausages are examples of food with non porous skins. These must be pierced using a
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Warning!
Liquids and other foods must not be heated in sealed containers since they are liable to explode.
return to the oven and cook for a few more minutes at the recommended power level. Do not leave a conventional meat thermometer in the oven when microwaving.
Liquids
When heating liquids, e.g. soup, sauces and beverages in your microwave oven, overheating the liquid beyond boiling point can occur without evidence of bubbling.
This could result in a sudden boil over of the hot liquid. To prevent this possibility the following steps should be taken:
a)Avoid using straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
b)Do not overheat.
c)Stir the liquid before placing the container in the oven and again halfway through the heating time.
d)After heating, allow to stand in the oven for a short time, stirring again before carefully removing the container.
e)Microwave heating of beverages can result in delayed eruptive boiling, therefore care should be taken when handling the container.
Lids
Always remove the lids of jars and containers and takeaway food containers before you microwave them.
If you don’t then steam and pressure might build up inside and cause an explosion even after the microwave cooking has stopped.
Deep Fat Frying
Do not attempt to deep fat fry in your oven.
Meat Thermometer
Use a meat thermometer to check the degree of cooking of joints and poultry only when meat has been removed
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Paper, Plastic
When heating food in plastic or paper containers keep an eye on the oven due to the possibility of ignition. Do not use wire twist-ties with roasting bags as arcing will occur. Do not use recycled paper products, e.g. kitchen
roll unless they say they are specifically designed for use in a microwave oven. These products contain impurities which may cause sparks and/or fires when used.
Reheating
It is essential that reheated food is served “piping hot”. Remove the food from the oven and check that it is “piping hot”, i.e. steam is being emitted from all parts and any sauce is bubbling (If you wish you may
choose to check the food has reached
75 ˚C with a food thermometer – but remember do not use this thermometer inside the microwave).
For foods that cannot be stirred, e.g. lasagne, shepherds pie, the centre should be cut with a knife to test it is well heated through. Even if a manufacturer’s packet instructions
have been followed always check the food is piping hot before serving and if in doubt return your food to the oven for further heating.
Standing Time
Standing time refers to the period at the end of cooking or reheating when food is left before being eaten, i.e. it is a rest time which allows the heat in the food to continue to conduct to the centre, thus eliminating cold spots.
Important User Instructions
Keeping Your Oven Clean
It is essential for the safe operation of the oven that it is wiped out regularly. Use warm soapy water, squeeze the cloth out well and use to remove any grease or food from the interior. Pay particular attention to the door seal area and also the areas around the microwave feed guide situated on the right hand side of the cavity wall. The oven should be unplugged when cleaning.
Utensils/ Containers
Before use check that utensils/ containers are suitable for use in microwave ovens. See pages 22-23.
Babies Bottles and Food Jars
When reheating babies bottles always remove top and teat. Liquid at the
top of the bottle will be much hotter than that at the bottom and must be shaken thoroughly before checking the temperature. The lid must also be removed from babies food jars, the
contents must also be stirred or shaken before the temperature is checked. This should be carried out before consumption to avoid burns. See
page 43.
Arcing
Arcing may occur if a metal container has been used accidentally or if the incorrect weight of food is used or the wire rack has been damaged. Arcing is when blue flashes of light are seen in the microwave oven. If this occurs, stop the machine immediately. If the oven
is left unattended and this continues it can damage the machine.
Maximum weight on Turntable
The maximum weight that can be placed on the turntable is 3 kg (6 lb 10 oz) (this includes total weight of food and dish).
Storage of Accessories
Do not store any objects other than oven accessories inside the oven in case it is accidentally turned on.
Warning!
Do not operate the oven empty. The appliance must not be operated without food in the oven. Operation when empty will damage the appliance.
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Microwaving Principles
Microwaves are present in the atmosphere all the time, both naturally and from manmade sources. Manmade sources include radar, radio, television, telecommunication links and mobile phones.
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Waveguide
In a microwave oven, electricity is
converted into microwaves by the magnetron.
Reflection
The microwaves bounce off the metal walls and the metal door screen.
Transmission
Then they pass through the cooking containers to be absorbed by the water molecules in the food, all foods contain water to a more or lesser extent.
Note
The dish used to cook or reheat the food will get warm during cooking, as the heat conducts from the food. Even in microwaving, oven gloves are
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Microwaves cannot pass through metal and therefore metal cooking utensils can never be used in a microwave, for cooking on microwave only.
How Microwaves cook food
The microwaves cause the water molecules to vibrate which causes friction, i.e. heat. This heat then cooks the food. Microwaves are also attracted to fat and sugar particles, and foods high in these will cook more quickly. Microwaves can only penetrate to a depth of 1½ -2 inches (4-5 cm) and
as heat spreads through the food by conduction, just as in a traditional oven, the food cooks from the outside inwards.
Foods Not Suitable for Cooking by Microwave Only
Yorkshire Puddings and Souffles. This is because these foods rely on dry external heat to cook correctly, do not attempt to cook by microwave. Foods that require deep fat frying cannot be cooked either.
Standing Time
When a microwave oven is switched off, the food will continue to cook by conduction – Not by microwave energy, hence standing time is very important in microwaving, particularly for dense foods i.e. meat, cakes and reheated meals (refer to page 20)
eggs
not boil eggs in your microwave. Raw eggs boiled in their shells can explode and cause serious injury.
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General Guidelines
Standing time
Dense foods e.g. meat, jacket potatoes and cakes, require a standing time (inside or outside of the oven) after cooking, to allow heat to finish conducting to cook the centre completely.
Jacket Potato
Stand 5 minutes wrapped in aluminium foil after cooking by microwave only.
Fish
Stand 2-3 minutes.
Egg Dishes
Stand 1-2 minutes.
Precooked Convenience Food
Stand for 1-2 minutes.
Plated Meals
Stand for 2-3 minutes.
Vegetables
Boiled potatoes benefit from standing
1-2 minutes, however most other types of vegetables can be served immediately.
If food is not cooked after standing time, return to oven and cook for additional time.
Defrosting
It is essential to allow standing time to complete the process. This can vary from 5 minutes e.g. raspberries, to up to 1 hour for a joint of meat. See pages 26-27.
Moisture content
Many fresh foods
e.g. vegetables and fruit, vary in their moisture content throughout the season, particularly jacket potatoes. For this reason cooking times may have to be adjusted. Dry ingredients e.g. rice, pasta, can dry out during storage so cooking times may differ.
Cling film
Cling film helps keep the food moist and the trapped steam assists in speeding up cooking times. Pierce before cooking to allow excess steam to escape. Always take care when removing cling film from a dish as the build-up of steam will be very hot.
Piercing
The skin or membrane on some foods will cause steam to build up during
cooking. These foods must be pierced or a strip of skin should be peeled off before cooking to allow the steam to escape. Eggs, potatoes, apples, sausages etc,
will all need to be pierced
before cooking. Do not attempt to boil eggs in their shells.
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General Guidelines
Dish size
Follow the dish sizes given in the recipes, as these affect the cooking and reheating times. A quantity of food spread in a bigger dish cooks and reheats more quickly.
Quantity
Small quantities cook faster than large quantities, also small meals will reheat more quickly than large
portions.
Spacing
Foods cook more quickly and evenly if spaced apart. Never pile foods on top of each other.
Shape
Even shapes cook evenly. Food cooks better by microwave when in a round container rather than square.
Density
Porous airy foods heat more quickly than dense
heavy foods.
Covering
Cover foods with microwave cling film or a self-fitting lid. Cover fish, vegetables, casseroles, soups. Do not cover cakes, sauces, jacket potatoes, pastry items.
Arranging
Individual foods e.g. chicken portions or chops, should be placed on a dish so that the thicker parts are to the outside.
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Starting temperature
The colder the food, the longer it takes to heat up. Food from a fridge takes longer to reheat than food at room temperature. Food temperature should be between 5-8 ºC before cooking.
Turning and stirring
Some foods require stirring during cooking. Meat and poultry should be turned after half the cooking time.
Liquids
All liquids must be stirred before, during and after heating. Water especially must be stirred before and during heating, to avoid eruption. Do not heat liquids that have previously been boiled. Do not overheat.
Checking food
It is essential that food is checked during and after a recommended cooking time, even if an auto program has been used (just as you would check food cooked in a
conventional oven). Return the food to the oven for further cooking if necessary.
Cleaning
As microwaves work on food particles, keep your oven clean at all times.
Wipe with a soft damp cloth, always wipe the oven dry after cleaning. Avoid any plastic parts, the roof of the oven and door area.
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Containers to Use
Choosing the correct container is a very important factor in deciding the success or failure of your cooking.
Testing Dishes for Suitability
When unsure that a cooking container is suitable for use in your
microwave, check by the following test:
1.Fill a microwave safe measuring jug with 300 ml (½ pt) cold water.
2.Place it on the turntable alongside the dish to be tested. If the dish you are testing is a large dish, then stand the measuring jug on top of the empty dish.
3.Heat on 1000 W for 1 minute.
Result
If the dish is suitable for microwaving, it will remain cool, whilst the water in the jug will begin to feel warm. If the testing dish feels warm, do not use as it is obviously absorbing microwave energy.
test does not apply to plastic or metal based containers e.g. Le Creuset® style dishes, which should not be used as they are cast iron covered with enamel.
Quick Check Guide to Cooking Utensils
Oven Glass
Everyday glass that is heat resistant e.g. Pyrex®, is ideal for Microwave cooking.
Do not use delicate glass or lead crystal which may crack or arc.
China and Ceramic
Everyday glazed china, porcelain or ceramic plates, bowls, mugs and cups can be used if they are heat resistant. Fine bone china should only be used for reheating for short periods. Do not use dishes with a metal rim or pattern. Do not use jugs or mugs with glued handles, since the glue can
melt.
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Pottery, Earthenware, Stoneware
If completely glazed, these dishes are suitable. Do not use if partially glazed or unglazed, since they are able to absorb water which in turn absorbs microwave energy, making the container very hot and slows down the cooking of food.
Foil/metal containers
Never attempt to cook in foil or metal containers
on Microwave only as the microwaves cannot pass through and the food will not heat evenly, it may also damage your oven.
Quick Check Guide to Cooking Utensils
Plastic
Many plastic containers are designed for microwave use, but do not use for cooking foods high in sugar or fat or for foods that require long cooking times e.g. brown rice. Only use Tupperware® containers if they are designed for microwave use. Do not use Melamine. Never cook in margarine cartons or yoghurt pots, as these will melt with the heat from the food.
Paper
Plain white absorbent kitchen paper (kitchen towel) can only be used for microwave cooking e.g. covering blind pastry cases and for covering bacon to prevent splattering.
Only use for short cooking times. Never re-use a piece of kitchen towel. Always use a fresh piece of paper for each dish.
Avoid kitchen paper containing manmade fibres.
If you are using branded re-cycled paper towel, check first that it is recommended for microwave use. Do not use waxed or plastic coated cups or plates as the finish may melt.
Greaseproof paper can be used to line the base of dishes and to cover fatty foods e.g. bacon rashers, to stop
splattering. White paper plates can be used for short reheating times, on
microwave only.
Wicker, Wood, Straw Baskets
Dishes will crack and could ignite. Do not use wooden dishes in your microwave.
Cling film
Microwave cling film can only be used for covering food that is reheated by microwave. It is also useful for covering food to be cooked, but care should be taken to avoid the film being in direct contact with the food eg. Do not line dishes with cling film.
Roasting Bags
Roasting bags are useful when slit up one side to tent a joint, for roasting by power and time. Do not use the metal twists supplied, when using Microwave.
Aluminium Foil
Small amounts of smooth aluminium foil can be used to shield joints of
meat during defrosting and cooking by Microwave, as the microwaves cannot pass through the foil, this prevents the parts shielded from overcooking or overdefrosting. Take care that the foil does not touch the sides or roof of the oven, as this may cause arcing and damage your oven.
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To reset time of day, repeat step 1 through to step 3, as above.
2.The clock will keep the time of day as long as the oven is plugged in and electricity is supplied.
3.This is a 24 hour clock, i.e. 2 pm = 14:00 not 2:00.
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The glass turntable must always be in position when using the oven.
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For manual defrosting times please refer to defrost chart on page 27.
2.For multi-stage cooking refer to page 30.
3.Standing time can be programmed after microwave power and time setting. Refer to using the timer page 28.
4.You can increase the cooking time during cooking if required. Time can be increased in 1 minute increments, up to 10 minutes. Press ‘Add time’ pad once, then press ‘1 min’ pad to a maximum of 10 minutes. After selecting ‘Add Time’ function, time should be added within a 5 second period. Cooking time can not be decreased during cooking.
5.Do not use metal containers on microwave mode.
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For Best Results:
1.Place foods in a suitable container. Meat joints and chickens should be placed on an upturned saucer or on a plastic rack if you have one.
2.Check food during defrosting, as foods vary in their defrosting speed.
3.It is not necessary to cover the food.
4.Always turn or stir the food especially when the oven “beeps’’.
Shield if necessary (see point 6).
5.Minced meat, chops and other small items should be broken up or separated as soon as possible and placed in a single layer.
6.Shielding prevents food cooking. It is essential when defrosting chickens and joints of meat. The outside thaws out first, so protect wings/breast and fat with smooth pieces of aluminium foil secured with cocktail sticks.
7.Allow standing time so that the centre of the food thaws out (minimum of 1 hour for joints of meat and whole chickens).
Arrange food in a single layer.
Turn or break up food as soon as possible.
Shield chickens and joints of meat.
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